“I always wanted to be a cheerleader,” says Robyn, “since seeing it in movies, but I thought it was only in America. I love it, and the atmosphere at the competition in Antrim was amazing. It was class.”

Aisling agrees. She says it’s a demanding sport which involves serious trust among members, especially those who end up several feet in the air.

“There are so many different moves involved, and it’s just really good fun. It’s been great getting to know other girls,” says Aisling.

Both girls say they train hard, and for several hours at a time. Compared to an hour-long session for ladies GAA for Robyn, and around the same for Aisling at camogie, with ACS they have four-hour training sessions.